Michael Tanenbaum

Michael Tanenbaum is a senior staff writer for PhillyVoice.com, with interests ranging from technology and behavioral health to local community initiatives and cultural life. Michael has written for the Argentina Independent and Bespoke Magazine and previously served as a news editor for Xfinity.com before joining PhillyVoice. He received his B.A. in The Writing Seminars at Johns Hopkins University.

tanenbaum@phillyvoice.com

June 28, 2017

Wawa

Wawa giving out free hoagies Thursday by Independence Mall

by Michael Tanenbaum

Wawa Welcome America rolls into town this week with more than 50 free events from Thursday through Independence Day, capped by fireworks celebrations at the Delaware River waterfront and Benjamin Franklin Parkway.

June 27, 2017

Bars

Two treasured Villanova pubs announce impending closures

by Michael Tanenbaum

A pair of dive bars popular among students at Villanova University both announced plans Tuesday to close during the summer, ending lengthy runs at their respective locations.

June 27, 2017

Investigation

46 arrested in drug bust as Chester County works to curb overdose deaths

by Michael Tanenbaum

For the second time in the last three months, authorities in Chester County announced the results of another major drug bust, rounding up 46 people in a countywide undercover operation whose impact may be curbing drug overdoses relative to surrounding counties in the Delaware Valley.

June 27, 2017

Media

Britt McHenry implies ESPN dropped her over conservative beliefs

by Michael Tanenbaum

As layoffs at ESPN cut deeper and deeper into the talent pool viewers have grown accustomed to watching over the years, one thread of criticism that has dogged the "Worldwide Leader" is a perceived shift toward liberal bias in its coverage of the sports world.

June 27, 2017

Driving

Survey: Pennsylvania drivers among rudest in United States

by Michael Tanenbaum

The evidence against Pennsylvania drivers continues to mount, this time in the form of a survey in which residents basically admitted they don't have much courtesy for others on the road.

June 26, 2017

Allergies

Menacing tick with risk of human meat allergy observed in Pennsylvania

by Michael Tanenbaum

Panic over a spreading species of tick whose bite can induce a severe allergic reaction to meat may be hitting home in Pennsylvania.

June 26, 2017

Beaches

Wildwood announces glorious debut of on-beach parking lot

by Michael Tanenbaum

After a long drive through bumper-to-bumper traffic to reach the Jersey Shore, is there any feeling more crushing than having to cruise around town endlessly looking for a place to park within striking distance of your destination?

June 26, 2017

Veterans

Pennsylvania vet told to stop blaring 'Taps' every night before 8

by Michael Tanenbaum

A Pennsylvania man who ritually pays tribute to America's fallen servicemembers must cease playing "Taps" from his outdoor home speaker system on a nightly basis, members of the Glen Rock Borough Council ruled last week.

June 21, 2017

Reality TV

'Jersey Shore' reunion show is 'pretty much happening,' report says

by Michael Tanenbaum

The world has been free from "Jersey Shore" for about five years, during which time the show's cast members have all followed different life trajectories. Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino has been the subject of a few tax fraud cases, Jenni "JWOWW" Farley is married with two children, and Nicole "Snookie" Polizzi's $32,000 speaking fee at Rutgers University inspired state legislation cap speaker spending fees at $10,000 for public universities.

June 21, 2017

Medical Marijuana

City Council members 'disappointed' Philly got overlooked for medical marijuana grower permits

by Michael Tanenbaum

A day after the Pennsylvania Department of Health announced the first 12 winners of permits to grow medical marijuana under the developing state program, two members of Philadelphia City Council expressed their disappointment that none of the city's applicants were awarded a grower-processor permit.